Blair Minton: Canterbury Golf GM previews the Canterbury Strokeplay tournament

The Canterbury Strokeplay is teeing off this weekend.  Canterbury Golf GM Blair Minton joined Lesley Murdoch to preview the tournament, in association with the Elmwood Trading Company.   They also delved into the monster raffle happening this weekend.  LISTEN ABOVE 

Ray Steele: Sumner Rugby and Cricket club member on the rebuild of the sports pavilion at St Leonards Park

The iconic Sumner Sports Pavilion is getting an upgrade.  Both the lease renewal and a full rebuild of the St Leonards Park pavilion have been approved by the Waihoro Spreydon–Cashmere–Heathcote Community Board.  Lesley Murdoch caught up with longtime Sumner resident and rugby and cricket club me…

James Marshall: Crusaders Assistant Coach on their pre-season win over the Highlanders

Super Rugby Pacific's pre-season has kicked off, with the champions, the Crusaders, beating the Highlanders 33-10 in Timaru.  Assistant Coach James Marshall joined Lesley Murdoch was impressed by what he witnessed, joining Lesley Murdoch to chat about the win.  LISTEN ABOVE 

Aaron Webb: Crusaders Team Manager on the fifth edition of the Long Run for child cancer awareness

The annual Long Run around Rugy and Malvern Parks took place in Christchurch last week, with the Crusaders, public, and many corporates taking part.  The aim of the event is to raise money for child cancer, conceptualised by Aaron Webb, who joined Lesley Murdoch to reflect on what’s become an icon…

Matt Egan: Templeton Golf Club Board Member on the club, the New Year Classic

Things are buzzing at one of Canterbury’s golfing venues.  More than 140 golfers are teeing off in the New Year Classic this weekend at Templeton Golf Club – a major event on the club’s calendar.   Known for its par-73 layout, stretching over 6,100 metres with a Slope Rating of 126, Templeton is …

Lachie Harper: Canterbury Kings player on representing the city, his cricket career

Young Canterbury quick Lachie Harper is doing all the right things as he embarks on his cricket career, playing for the Kings in Super Smash.  The St Albans club player has impressed audiences with some eye-catching performances – particularly his 4-17 against the Firebirds.  He caught up with Le…

Aaron Webb and Peter Fulton: Crusaders Manager and Canterbury Cricket Coach talk Scott Robertson's sacking

Scott ‘Razor’ Robertson’s run as All Blacks coach has been cut short.   It followed a damning internal review of the 2025 season that found issues with the coaching, culture, and environment of the team.   Lesley Murdoch caught up with a couple of high-profile Cantabrians, Crusaders Manager Aaron…

Dion Kerr: Canterbury Golf President on their plans for 2026

Canterbury Golf enjoyed a tremendous 2025, but now the big question is how to keep that momentum rolling into 2026.  President Dion Kerr joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about what’s driving the buzz, from new competitions to new initiatives that are set to shape another standout year for the spor…

Cooper Moore: Teen golf prodigy reflects on 2025

In association with Elmwood Trading Company, Lesley caught up with one of New Zealand’s brightest golfing talents, seventeen-year-old Cooper Moore, to reflect on a stellar 2025 and look ahead to what’s next. Cooper shared that while he’s added serious length off the tee, his short game has slipped…

Dion Kerr: Canterbury Golf CEO reflects on the 2025 season

Golf continues to flourish across New Zealand, and Canterbury is no different.  Dion Kerr, Chair of Canterbury Golf, joined Lesley Murdoch to reflect on 2025 – the growing participation, new events and initiatives, and the progress made across the game.  In association with the Elmwood Trading Co…